A man in Thane has been booked for allegedly attempting to murder his mother during a domestic dispute. The incident occurred in Badlapur, where the man reportedly tried to strangle his mother following an argument.
The Congress-led UDF in Kerala has criticised the ruling LDF over the Sabarimala gold loss cases, the issue of women's entry to the shrine, and the state's health sector, where government doctors and private nurses are striking over wages.
A man has been arrested in Bihar, India, after police discovered WhatsApp chats with Pakistani phone numbers on his mobile phones.
Lakshya Sen defeated Ng Ka Long Angus of Hong Kong to reach the men's singles quarterfinals of the All England Open Badminton Championships.
A social organisation in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, staged a controversial protest during 'Holika Dahan', burning pictures of 11 women accused of murdering children, prompting a police investigation.
A Delhi court has dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of a senior IPS officer from Mizoram, accused of conducting unauthorised raids, illegal detentions, and demanding money from a foreign national in Delhi.
The cuisine of Rajasthan is primarily vegetarian, is also known for its delicious meat dishes.
A Delhi court acquitted four men accused of attempting to murder a contractor and his guards during an alleged robbery bid near the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in 2023, citing the prosecution's failure to prove the charges beyond reasonable doubt due to key witnesses turning hostile.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the class 10 and 12 board exams scheduled for March 5 in the Middle East region due to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict.
Fans are so confident of India retaining the ICC World T20 title that that they would like March 8 (the day of the final) to be added to the list of special days in March as 'Indian cricket's double-triumph day'.
Two individuals were allegedly assaulted in Jharkhand's Deoghar and Koderma districts following rumours of childlifting. Authorities have launched an awareness campaign to combat the spread of misinformation and prevent further incidents.
An 18-year-old has been arrested for allegedly shooting his aunt dead in Ganeshpur village, Meerut, following frequent arguments.
A 49-year-old man was allegedly assaulted by four individuals during Holi celebrations in Kalyan, Thane district, after he intervened to protect a child near a bonfire.
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Two people, including a migrant worker, were allegedly hacked to death by a gang in Nanguneri, Tamil Nadu, sparking protests and political criticism.
Samsung is redefining smartphones with a privacy display and pro-level video.
Mumbai-based caretaker Suchita Sawant tells us how she raised her son, funded his education and continues to support herself financially and brings smiles and comfort in the lives of several elderly and helpless patients.
SpiceJet will operate 13 special flights from the UAE to facilitate the return of passengers stranded due to the Middle East conflict.
Six planets -- Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and Uranus -- will appear together in the evening sky.
Dr Krithi K Karanth, CEO of the Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS), has been awarded the 2026 Esmond B Martin Royal Geographical Society Prize for her contributions to understanding ecosystems and protecting biodiversity.
A senior Goods and Services Tax (GST) officer has been arrested in connection with the alleged suicide of a junior colleague, who was reportedly facing harassment and pressure to engage in unethical practices.
A 28-year-old woman head constable allegedly died by suicide at her residence in police quarters in Vadodara, Gujarat. Police found no suicide note and are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
Analysts predict a surge in gold and silver prices as investors seek safe-haven assets due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The impact on domestic prices will depend on the conflict's duration, with geopolitical factors and macroeconomic data also playing a role.
A woman in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, is accused of murdering her husband by setting their house on fire while he was asleep inside. Police have registered a murder case and are investigating the incident.
A 30-year-old man died in Delhi after his scooter collided with an open car door and he was subsequently run over by a DTC bus. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.
A Gurugram court has sentenced an irrigation department executive engineer and a computer operator to four years' imprisonment each in a corruption case registered by the Anti-Corruption Bureau in December 2022.
Kanpur police have uncovered a GST fraud racket where suspects used unsuspecting individuals' documents to create fake firms and route transactions worth nearly Rs 250 crore.
Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested four people after a clash between two groups from the same community in Aminagar village. The clash, which involved stone-pelting, stemmed from a minor dispute that escalated after a quarrel between children.
A new study reveals that green hydrogen's potential as a sustainable fuel is contingent on the rapid decarbonisation of energy grids worldwide.
England's captain, Harry Brook, emphasises the importance of unity, belief, and composure under pressure as the team prepares for their T20 World Cup semifinal clash against India.
A 45-year-old Indian-origin woman was fatally stabbed in LaSalle, Ontario, Canada, prompting a police investigation.
For Gautam Gambhir, the essence of team sport is acknowledgement of every contribution big or small, which according to him was missing in Indian cricket for long.
A man in Kulathupuzha, Kerala, sustained serious injuries after being attacked by a wild elephant while returning from work. He is currently in critical condition in hospital.
A revenue department official in Madhya Pradesh used his authority to track down and seek legal action against a man who allegedly stole his slippers from a temple.
It's not the clothes or the rebellion that invites violence, but the mindset that continues to police and condition girls and encourages the perpetrator, instead of punishing the criminals. This lack of empathy is what ultimately brings The Kerala Story 2 down, observes Divya Nair.
A woman in Latur, Maharashtra, has been arrested in connection with the death of her husband following a domestic dispute fuelled by his alcohol dependency.
Sahith Theegala and Akshay Bhatia are set to compete at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, a Signature Event of the 2026 PGA season, with top players like Scottie Scheffler and Justin Thomas also participating.
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Nine pilgrims from Haryana were injured when their truck fell into a ravine near Pirnagah in Himachal Pradesh's Una district. Four are in critical condition.
Precious metal prices, particularly gold and silver, experienced a significant surge in the national capital as investors sought safe-haven assets amid escalating hostilities in the Middle East.
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